“DINO” By Alex Lu & Claire Halloran

Synopsis

Locked away for many years, a Dino has been practicing a spellbinding dance, waiting for the right occasion and the right partner.

Directors statement

Being a Dino is not what it used to be. Likewise, ‘Dino’ is not what it used to be. Its story-world and choreography were not created with the coronavirus pandemic in mind. The film was shot two weeks before New York City went into lockdown and film and TV productions were halted. We never could have expected to be indefinitely stuck at home wearing masks just right after completing our one-day shoot. Throughout post-production we have been keenly aware of how the film’s themes of isolation, paranoia, and human connection have changed due to current events. It seems that though our story stayed the same, the message evolved to fit the times. Perhaps Dino captures a snapshot from a bygone era, reminding us that this new world is one we used to fantasize about.

Credits

Directors & Cinematographers: Alex Lu & Claire Halloran
Starring: Matthew Quigley and Mio Ishikawa
Producer: Jun Sekiya
Choreographer: Matthew Quigley
Steadicam Operator: Jordan Tetewsky
Production Designer: Sophia Uehara
Composer & Sound Designer: Nils Petersson
Cellist: Dorothy Carlos
Colorist: Alexia Salingaros
Storyboards & Mural by Alex Lu

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